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International Journal of Practical Nursing

Volume  3, Issue 3, Sep-Dec 2015, Pages 115-119
 

Original Article

A Study to Assess the Type A Behavior and Occupational Pressure

Vasanth Kumar Kasturi

Lecturer, Department of Psychiatric (Mental Health) Nursing, Shadan College of Nursing, Shadan Institute of Medical Science, Hyderabad.

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DOI: DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21088/ijpn.2347.7083.3315.5

Abstract

 Introduction: Type A Personality Behavior people will show so much perfection and dedication towords their respected work which they are supposed to do. However they are very competitive and self-critical. They strive toward goals without feeling a sense of joy in their efforts or accomplishments. Occupational stress now a days a bottle neck problem in the all the professions irrespective of their positions. Aim: The aim of the present study is to assess the type A behavior and occupational pressure on the SVUDDE Psychology Final Year distance education Students. Methodology: A cross-sectional research design was employed by using non-probability convenient sample technique. Data was collected by using a general behavior scale and occupational pressure scale by C.Looper. Results: A total number of 50 samples was taken for study, t-test shows that there is a statistical significance between occupation and occupational pressure i.e. P<0.01 Level. Moreover there was a Positive correlation between Behavior and Occupational Pressure i.e. 0.31 and correlation was significant at the p<0.05 level. It is concluded that in type A behavior people shows occupational pressure. Recommendation: Need to conduct different types of stress management programs, and personality development classes in occupational areas, there is a need to examine their findings by including more samples in the study, in order to make the results generalized.

Keywords: Behavior; Occupation; Occupational Pressure.

Corresponding Author : Vasanth Kumar Kasturi